November 2, 2021

May 23, 2023
  • Greeter – Jonathan Stefani
  • Front Table – Liza Stefani
  • Setup/Cleanup - Terry Cooney
  • Pledge – Bill Jansen
  • Song – Cindy Eklund - the National Anthem with a little help from Whitney Houston
  • Sergeant of Arms – Forrest Eklund
  • Tech Team – Richard Hall, Barry Stigers
  • Notetaker/Bulletin: Linda Maeding
  • Acting President: Steve Grundmeier
Fight Song from Mickey Mouse Club University lead by acting President, Steve 
Grundmeier
 
Thought of the day – Forrest Eklund
He had all our Veterans stand up in recognition of their service to our country in line with our celebration of Memorial Day.  Then he said a prayer.
 
Guests of Rotarians:
None
 
Visiting Rotarians:  
Vickie Winkler, our own member, who has moved to Florida was visiting with her guests from HEART; Lori Powell, Executive Director, Nicholas Kamatu, Kenya Director and member of the Kenya Rotary Club, and Isaac Mzee, Program Manager.  Isaac and Nicholas sang the Kenya National Anthem.
 
 
 
Ray Ward from Gold Country Rotary Club
 
Jim Pelley, our guest speaker, is from the the Historic Folsom Rotary Club
 
Announcements and Happy/Sad Bucks:
 
Nick spoke about "This Old House" Said it was very successful and took 1 1/2 days to complete.  The cleaned the roof, patched eth adobe, painted two colors and the trim.  Cut up a fallen tree and took it to the dump, and cleaned and repaired the guitars, and water blasted the house.  The elderly home owner was very thankful and had her faith renewed in people's kindness. About  dozen people helped including family members and 4H Club members.
 
Steve Grundmeier announced the Foundation Dinner will take place tonight.
 
Richard Hall spoke of the Student/Teacher Awards on May 18th in the evening:   Great evening with about 100 people attending to see 32 students and teachers from elementary through high school awarded recognition with plaques and monetary gifts.
 
Steve read a thank you note from one of our scholarship recepients, Yochlan Ryan
 
Kahl advised that there will be a signup sheet to help with the Beer Booth at ARD 75th Anniversary Celebration on June 17.
 
Linda Maeding announced Rod's Demotion Party will be on June 16th at 6 PM at Ceronix.  The cost is $35 and everyone is asked to wear blue and yellow in honor of President Rod's alma mater Cal Berkley.  Signups are on Club Runner or let Linda know.  Money needs to be in by June 13th please. 
 
Catherine McGregor gave $100 to the Foundation as she was advised that when she wore her Paul Harris Pin that it wasn't a Rotary Pin as there are those who receive PH that are not Rotarians.
 
John Donlevy spoke of the Rotary Barbecue which is September 23rd.  If you haven't been contacted to help, you will be.  So try to figure out where you best feel you can serve.  It is our biggest fundraiser.
 
Vickie Winkler spoke of the Heart Celebration of her 23 years of service.  It was sold out so it was well attended.  Their fundraiser ran a little short so if you want to donate towards this outreach you can go to www.africaheart.com and go to the donate button.
 
John Fink was happy to announce that he has been asked to be on the District Grants Committee for the next Rotary year.  Congratulations, John.  They are lucky to have you,
 
Cindy Eklund had happy bucks at they attended their #3 grandson's high school graduation which he completed in 3 years.  He plans on attending Sierra College to get the basics out of the way and then go for Bachelors in Hydroelectric Engineering.
 
Linda Maeding had happy bucks for the amazing job done by the Stefani's along with Richard Hall, Gary Ransom, Jeff Small and the 4H Club for the Student/Teacher Awards.
 
Don Whitaker had happy bucks as he heard from Vickie Winkler that the two wells our Rotary Clubs did in Kenya a while back are still working.
 
Bob Dunstan had happy bucks as he had a daughter married 3 weeks ago.  This is the third wedding in 10 months for his family.  
 
Lori McIntosh had happy bucks are her and her husband celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary in Hawaii.  They did a great deal of fun things in the constant rain.
 
Steve and Jane are planning on a trip to Kenya for HEART so if you would like to attend with them. let them know.
 
Steve also announced that the Elks Lodge Chef is retiring He asked for donations in a show of gratitude.
 
Birthdays
Dan Gustavson - May 28
Kristen Alexander - May 25
Nich Abrahamson - May 23
 
Anniversaries
Ron & Shawna Martinez - May 26
 
Rotary Anniversaries
none
Raffle (Jonathan Stefani): $99 - no winner this week.
 
 

Jim Pelley is the Director of Laughter Works Seminar and was our guest speaker.

He is a professional speaker for the past 34 years and has taught people how to put more humor and creativity in their lives to become more creative, more productive, and less stressed.  
 
Jim has left them laughing at more than 2,963 organizations worldwide, including:  Intel, American Express, Pepsi, Chevron, Wald Disney,
Motorola, Ritz Carlton Hotels, ...
 
He shared with us how do we get a better sense of humor.  He advised that he is a Humorist and not a Comedian.  He said you need to have fun and lower your expectations.  Take time to have good belly laughs which will increase your endorphins.  
 
 
 
 
Upcoming Events
Club Meeting
Elks Lodge
May 30, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
 
Club Meeting
Elks Lodge
Jun 06, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
 
Club Meeting
Elks Lodge
Jun 13, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
 
Demotion Party for President Rod Borges
Ceronix
Jun 16, 2023 6:00 PM
 
ARD 75th Anniversary Rotary Bar
Jun 17, 2023
5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
 
Board Meeting
Plumas Bank
Jun 20, 2023
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
 
Club Meeting
Elks Lodge
Jun 20, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
 
Club Meeting
Elks Lodge
Jun 27, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
 
Club Meeting
Elks Lodge
Jul 04, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
 
Club Meeting
Elks Lodge
Jul 11, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
 
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Speakers
May 30, 2023
Auburn Senior Center
Jun 06, 2023
Galapagos
Jun 13, 2023
Executive Director of Lighthouse
Jun 20, 2023
Auburn Leadership
Jun 27, 2023
Rod Borges, Farewell!
Jul 04, 2023
Jul 11, 2023
Jul 18, 2023
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